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Major Worries Over Hospital Accessibility Beaumont Hospital, which is the hospital of choice for the vast majority of North County residents, has been described as “currently unsafe”. This statement was made by no less a person that it’s chief executive, Liam Duffy, who was quoted in a recent article in a Sunday newspaper.

By Patrick Finnegan This revelation will be seen as a major source of concern for many local residents, who use Beaumont Hospital in cases of emergency and for other medical requirements. Mr Duffy is quoted as saying that “there were 58 patients in the emergency department on one particular day, and that one patient had waited for 44 hours, before being discharged”. Duffy wrote to staff members on 28th August last, telling them that the capacity in Beaumont was “unsafe”. He said, “it was imperative in the interest of Beaumont Hospital Chief the safety of all Executive, Liam Duffy patients, that the hospital regain stability as a matter of urgency.” This startling news will add to fears, particularly when these concerns are raised by hospital doctors. In light of this, the County Leader sought to get more information from the hospital, in a bid to clarify the situation there. A formal statement was received by us which said, “Beaumont Hospital manages bed capacity for unscheduled and scheduled care on a constant and ongoing basis. If and when a significant capacity constraint arises, the situation is typically escalated to all consultants to highlight the issue and to request their immediate intervention and assistance in expediting the discharge of any suitable patients. That is how the Hospital manages its resources responsibly, and appropriately to deal with the demands placed on it at different times.”

“By way of background, the email (sent by Mr Duffy), related to an exceptionally busy day for the hospital at the end of August, both in the Emergency Department, as well as other demands for beds. The situation has stabilised since that day,” the statement ended. The statement that this was a spike in the figures on a particular day, we would suggest that there have been many such days. The County Leader keeps a watchful eye on the daily trolley watch figures, which are provided by the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO). These figures reveal that Beaumont Hospital and Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Drogheda, which are the principal hospitals for the North County region, depending on where you live, are two of the worst performers in this regard, on a regular basis. The daily figures for Beaumont rarely drop below 20, and are regularly in the 30’s. This, for many locals, is not good enough, and a solution is urgently needed. Official figures recorded 2,433 patients on trolleys at Beaumont Hospital last year. This figure is higher than any other hospital in the country. There had been great expectations among locals, that when local politician, Dr James Reilly was chosen as Minister for Health, that there would be a discernible improvement in health services. This includes the numbers on trolleys in emergency departments in hospitals in our local area, in particular. While it must be said that these figures improved somewhat during Dr Reilly’s tenure, the same disturbing pattern is still there. In the meantime, the new Minister for Health, Leo Varadkar is another local man, but, as yet there has been no improvement in the capacity problems in our local hospitals, which is the main contributor to safety concerns. The article maintains that it is not unusual for hospital management to alert staff to capacity issues, but they say it is highly unusual to have a hospital described as unsafe, particularly by it’s chief executive.

North County Leader Newspaper are delighted to announce that they will once again be a sponsor in the upcoming Fingal Dublin Business Excellence & Corporate Responsibility Awards. They are a former winner in the awards ceremony. Pictured at the launch of the Awards, are Tony Lambert (CEO Fingal Dublin Chamber), Siobhan Kinsella (President Fingal Dublin Chamber), Sean Fitzmaurice (Director, North County Leader) and Sue Griffiths (Sales Manager, North County Leader)

“Dublin Airport Now Eating Heathrow’s Lunch” Airport is in the top tier of European airports when it comes to flights to North America,” Mr Toland said. Dublin is also now ranked 7th in Europe as a hub for transatlantic passengers ahead of much bigger airports such as Istanbul, The failure of London mayor, Boris Johnson to Brussels and Gatwick. Dublin offers 134 push through a controversial €126 direct return flights a week to million airport plan, gives Dublin North America. Only the biggest Airport’s growing status as a European hubs, Heathrow, Paris transatlantic hub, a tremendous Charles De Gaulle, Frankfurt, boost. Siobhan O’Donnell, DAA Amsterdam, Madrid and Rome Head of External Communications currently offer more frequent told the County Leader about this services. rare opportunity for the airport. “We This trend has provoked a are very focused on transfer traffic comment from a leading British from the UK. It’s one of our main newspaper to say, priorities. Last year, we had 550,000 “Dublin Airport is mopping up busitransfer passengers, which was an ness from passengers in Scotland increase of 36 per cent, and we want DAA Chief Executive, and the north of England who want Kevin Toland to grow this,” she said. to avoid flying via Heathrow and As congestion at London airports other European hub airports to the US, grows, flying directly west to transfer to according to Aer Lingus. It concluded by Dublin’s booming transatlantic services, is saying, “Dublin Airport is now eating becoming an an attractive alternative for UK Heathrow’s lunch.” travellers, with the result that Dublin Airport now has more transatlantic flights than Gatwick, Manchester or Munich airports - a staggering statistic, that is bound to give a great boost to the local economy. This trend is causing concern in the UK, as their long held position as a centre of aviation connectivity may be under threat. DAA Chief Executive, Kevin Toland said, “Dublin Airport is becoming a significant hub for international transfer traffic. The double digit increases we have had in transatlantic connectivity over the past two years, means that for the first time Dublin See page 18

A unique opportunity has fallen the way of Dublin Airport, as capacity problems at British airports, are set to provide the airport with a golden opportunity to become an even larger transatlantic hub.

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Skerries Harps Sign Moriarty’s SuperValu As Platinum Partners Development of the new Skerries Harps Clubhouse received a major boost, with the announcement that the local GAA Club has secured Moriarty’s SuperValu as corporate platinum partners. In a valuable sponsorship deal, believed to be worth in the region of €25,000, Moriarty’s SuperValu has committed to help fund the development of the new state-ofthe-art clubhouse and facilities, which will see the long-established Skerries Harps enter a new era. Local sporting, social and recreational needs will all be served by the new clubhouse,

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Launch Of Swords Castle Conservation Plan The Conservation Plan for Swords Castle was launched in the Chapel at Swords Castle on Tuesday last, 9th September. The ceremony was attended by County Council CEO, Paul Reid and County Mayor, Mags Murray, along with an invited group of people. The Conservation Plan sets out policies for protecting aspects of the castle that are of importance for the future. It addresses a range of concerns regarding the preservation, conservation and presentation of above and below ground elements of Swords Castle. It also sets out policies for protecting aspects of the castle that are of importance for the future. Swords Castle is the best surviving medieval episcopal manor in Ireland, and is a National Monument. The main objectives of the Conservation Plan include assessing the castle and it’s significance within the wider community. It also

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16.09.2014 exclusive interview. “We had quite a large wedding with over 300 guests and all our friends are dancers, so we knew we could organise it. All our bridesmaids and groomsmen are professional Irish dancers. Between us, we have been in shows such as, Lord Of The Dance, Galeforce Dance, Irish Celtic, A Swords couple who were Emerald Beat and many more,” married last month, held a truly she explained. “We were unique wedding reception and shocked when a video of our gave their guests an unforgetperformance was uploaded to table surprise, by performing a YouTube by a relative of ours! 30 minute Irish jig, complete Suddenly everyone was asking us with 100 backing dancers. about it, it caused quite a stir, but in a good way,” she continued By Jennifer McShane happily. Their wedding video has Mariam Elbadri from Swords definitely caused a sensation and her husband Owen over the last couple of weeks; it McAuley, are both professional has since gone viral with more Irish dancers and met on the than 20,000 shares on Facebook, production of John Carey’s Sky it was covered by the Daily Dance in Switzerland three Record (Owen is originally from years ago. Both have been Scotland), and famous British dancing professionally for over broadcaster, Jonathan Ross inter10 years, so it seems very fitting viewed the pair on his radio show that they chose to mark their about it. Mariam said they were special day with a surprise Pictured here are Mariam Elbadri and Owen thrilled with the positive reaction McAuley from Swords on their wedding day routine, which was made up of to their performance and how the last month. elements from all the different wedding day went, and the happy dance shows they have been in together over the years. couple are planning to open a dance school in the “We really just wanted to surprise everyone, and we Swords area over the coming weeks. certainly did that,” Mariam told the County Leader in an

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Rush Girl Wins Public Speaking Competition

Rush girl, Diana Oprea is pictured with the trophy, after winning the Future Voice of Ireland public speaking competition. Also pictured are Gareth Noble (KOD/Lyons), Emily Logan (Ombudsman for Children) and Supreme Court Justice, Frank Clarke

Diana Oprea, a 5th year student from St. Joseph’s Secondary School Rush, has won the top award at the Future Voice of Ireland public speaking competition. A native of Rush, Diana has attended the Future Voices workshops in the Law Society t h r o u g h o u t

Transition Year. She made a presentation on Human Rights, as part of her entry and chose the “Use of Children in War” topic. The competition took place in UCD and was adjudicated by Ombudsman for Children, Emily Logan, Supreme Court Justice, Frank Clarke and Gareth

Charitable Amie Flies The Flag For Dublin Local girl, Amie Doyle from Lusk Amie has been to Chernobyl twice already, where she visited a chilhas been chosen to represent Dublin in the Miss United Nation dren’s orphanage and she hopes to return again soon. “I have done pageant in Jamaica later this month. The Miss United Nation work for Console and I’ve chosen the Molly McNally Miracle Trust, pageant is not a beauty based event and is for women, who have as well as Console. I’m looking performed outstanding forward to raising awareness for Molly, as well as gathering fundraising acts. For the event, Amie has chosen much needed funds for her,” said Amie. two charities, Console, the suicide awareness She heads off to Jamaica on 21st September and charity and the Molly McNally Miracle Trust. the pageant itself runs from 24th to 28th Amie told the County Leader, “Women who September. Amie is volunteer are entitled competing for the Miss Europe title. There will to enter the contest and it brings them from be three girls chosen, Miss Europe, Miss all over the world. It gives these women a platform Molly McNally America and Miss Asia. “I to do more charity work. have always loved We have to work with certain charfundraising for charities, and so many people are touched by ities and you qualify, based on the suicide.” charity work you have done, and are going to do. Fifty per cent of Amie, who is a beauty therapist in Skerries said, “I’m also in the your votes comes from your charitable works and community process of setting up my own charity called ‘Look Good Feel services, so I’ll be doing my best,” she said. Good’ which aims to help women

Noble, from Ireland’s top criminal law and human rights law firm, KOD/Lyons. As part of her prize, Diana spent a week of work experience with KOD/Lyons. St Joseph’s School principal, Patricia

Hayden told the County Leader, “We are very proud of Diana, because she has been engaged in the Future Voices programme for a full academic year, which involved her receiving mentoring

Pictured is Lusk girl, Amie Doyle, the current Miss Dublin, who is competing in the Miss United Nation International competition in Jamaica later this month. Amie's chosen charities for the event, are Console and the Molly McNally Miracle Trust

regain their confidence, after going through cancer treatment and chemotherapy. When women lose their hair and eyebrows, they lose their identity and confidence. I’m working with these women on how to apply make-up and regain their confidence,” she said

from barristers and solicitors regularly on Saturdays. She participated in a court, in front of Supreme Court Justice, Frank Clarke and a solicitor representing the company she worked with.

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Launch of the 12th Annual Fingal Dublin Excellence & Corporate Responsibility Awards 2014 At Collinstown Suite, Dublin Airport

Paul Reid (Chief Executive Fingal County Council), Maureen Lambert (Fingal Dublin Chamber) and Tony Lambert (CEO Fingal Dublin Chamber)

Sue Griffiths (North County Leader) and Maura Cassidy (DAA)

Maura Cassidy (DAA), Andrea Molloy (Maldron Hotel Dublin Airport) and Ian Hunter (Pavilions Shopping Centre)

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Fingal County Council began work last week to build a footpath on the R122 road between Delvin Banks and Naul Village and to upgrade the courtyard and buildings at the Seamus Ennis Centre. The new footpath will greatly improve pedestrian safety and mobility in the area, as this busy road connecting Naul Village with Balbriggan carries a lot of traffic. Residents from the Delvin Banks Estate will have safe pedestrian access to the village when the footpath and public lighting is in place. Construction of the footpath involves replacing a perimeter wall at the Seamus Ennis Centre. Some unhealthy and potentially dangerous trees along the road were also removed. The Council intend to replant an avenue of six new trees along the new path, which will contribute to the approach to the village for many years to come, and they welcome input from the local community groups on the type of avenue planting they would they like to see in their village. Wood from the felled trees will be kept on site and used for a future art project. Work also began and will continue this coming week on new office accommodation and improvements to the courtyard area of the Seamus Ennis Centre. Both pieces of work in Naul are being carried out at the same time to keep local disruption to a minimum, and to ensure best value for money in tendering for this work to be carried out.

Parish Pastoral Sessions In Skerries Module two of “School of the Word” with Fr. Kieran O’Mahony will take place in St. Patrick’s Church in Skerries, Wednesdays at 7.30pm. There will be sessions between now and November. All Welcome.

Skerries Annual Pilgrimage To Knock Shrine Siobhan Kinsella (President Fingal Dublin Chamber) and Siobhan O'Donnell (DAA)

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The annual Skerries pilgrimage to Knock Shrine will take place on Sunday, 28th September. A bus will leave Skerries at 7am, with a pick-up at Eurospar in Rush at 7.15am. Contact Lorraine at 0876203317 if you’re interested in going along.

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Skerries RNLI towed a motorboat with four people on board from Lambay Island to the safety of Rush harbour last week, after they developed electrical problems and were unable to start their engine. Dublin Coast Guard requested Skerries RNLI volunteer crew to launch their Atlantic 85 lifeboat, Louis Simson after receiving a report from another vessel of a motorboat in difficulty on the eastern side of Lambay Island. The lifeboat, with Eoin Duff at the Helm and crewed by Conor Walsh, Peter Kennedy and Rob Morgan proceeded directly to the last known position of the craft to begin a search. The motor boat was quickly located at anchor close to the island. A tow was established and the boat, with four people on board was brought safely to Rush harbour. At the time of the launch there was a force three north easterly wind with calm seas. Speaking after the call out, Gerry Canning, Volunteer Lifeboat Press Officer for Skerries RNLI said: “Sometimes, no matter how well prepared you are, things can go wrong at sea. Thankfully another boat spotted the danger and called the Coast Guard.”

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Minister Takes Soaking For Local Charities Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, Dr James Reilly, showed that he is a really good sport, when he accepted the dreaded Ice Bucket challenge in Swords on Tuesday, 9th Pictured is Minister for Children, Dr James Reilly (centre) as he takes the dreaded Ice Buckey Challenge in Swords, on behalf of Snowflakes and Remember Us charities. Also September last. Dr Reilly challenged two local charities as pictured are Robert Brown (Snowflakes) on left and Nora Roban (Remember Us), who beneficiaries, namely Snowflakes and were nominated by the Minister Remember Us, two very worthy causes, after Similarly, Robert Brown was thrilled that Minister Reilly he was challenged by Consultant, Orla Hardiman. Both nominated Snowflakes. “It’s all good fun in a very good Robert Brown of Snowflakes and Nora Roban of cause, “ he said. A gathering of supporters were present Remember Us, joined the Minister in getting soaked. in the car park of the Carnegie Court, when the three very Nora Roban spoke about the generous gesture of the full buckets of ice were toppled over the three Minister and told the County Leader, “I’m delighted to be brave volunteers. Initial screams and groans were soon doing this ice bucket challenge in aid of three very worthy replaced by calm, as the sporty volunteers were congratucharities, Motor Neurone, Snowflakes and Remember Us. lated by all present.

Local Reps Blast Irish Water Manager of Progressive Credit Union, Brian Howard, is pictured with committee members of Skerries Tidy Towns

This year Progressive Credit Union presented each of its Tidy Towns with a cheque for €650.00 each. The donations in Balbriggan and Skerries will got towards the maintenance of local features that have been developed by the tidy towns and the local annual awards in Skerries. In Donabate who have only recently reformed the Tidy Towns this was a welcome donation and who plan to develop a new seating area with mature trees in the heart of the village. Progressive Credit Union is delighted to support such great groups that promote pride in our towns and community spirit through their very hard work. Congratulations to all.

The sight of clean water gushing out on to a roadway, was too much for local representatives and residents alike to take, just as we are ready to pay for this essential resource. That is exactly what happened on River Valley Drive in Swords on Thursday last, 11th September, when a leak on Forest Road in the town caused council workers to ease the pressure, by releasing thousands of litres of water onto River Valley Drive, leaving residents with only a trickle of water for some hours. Local Independent councillors, Joe Newman and Tony

By Patrick Finnegan Murphy, were on hand at the location, and both spoke to the County Leader about their concerns. Newman said, “To date, over € 100 million has been pumped into Irish Water to look after the water supply system, including leaks. This water is costing a lot of money to produce, and this wastage of such a valuable resource, has to be paid through our water bills. I will be putting a question to the Council Manager asking what plans Irish Water has for the faulty main along the Forest Road. As long

Rush Woman Nominated For Carer Of The Year A representative from a local nursing home in Rush has been named as a finalist at the Nursing Homes Ireland Care Awards 2014. Elzabetha Duda one of the workers from Rush Nursing Home, has been nominated for the Nursing Home Carer of the Year award. Michele McGee, an Activity Therapist from Rush Nursing Home told the County Leader that the entire staff were very proud Elzabetha Duda of Elzabetha: “We are all very proud and Elzabetha herself is thrilled with the nomination,” she said. “Elzabetha created a new fine dining experience for our residents that is a great success, and was nominated for the carer award as she went above and beyond to create a serene and happy home with a relaxed ambience for residents to enjoy at all mealtimes. Our home manager, Heather Carter is also very proud of her achievement.” Elzabetha joined the Rush Nursing Home team in February 2007, previously working for five years as a home carer in Chicago, Illinois. Considering the psychological, social and daily needs of residents, she designed and implemented a detailed new fine dining experience in Rush Nursing Home, creating a restaurant-like atmosphere for residents during meal-times.”

Pictured at Rivervalley Drive, Swords at the scene of the water leakage are Independent councillors, Tony Murphy and Joe Newman, with local resident, George Heaphy

as I can remember, there has always been a problem here with leaks. I’m quite sure that the CEO of Irish Water, John Tierney is well aware of the problem, as he was a former CEO of Fingal County Council,” he said. Tony Murphy

said, “It’s obvious from the amount of communications to local councillors, with regard to the amount of leaks, that this is a problem all over the North County. The worrying thing for me is that there seems to be miscommunication

regarding the responsibility for payment, when leaks occur. We need to get Irish Water to listen to us. The more water that’s wasted, the more money it’s costing residents. Both representatives agree that the response from Irish Water to problems like this, is very disappointing. They should welcome the input of residents, and treat them with respect, which is not always the case,” they said. Local resident George Heaphy told the County Leader, “This leak has been there for hours- it’s ridiculous. There was no notification that water was to be cut off. If I were to put a hose to my garden, I’d be in trouble: yet they can waste so much water without any explanation. It’s galling,” he said.

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Entrepreneur Programme Launched For Local Primary Pupils Primary school children all over the North County can benefit from a free Junior Entrepreneur Programme (JEP) that promises to open young minds to the thrill of business, while developing their skills and confidence. The JEP programme, led by Jerry Kennelly,

is launching the #nevertooyoung campaign, which aims to sign up 10,000 junior entrepreneurs from primary schools all over the North County and beyond. “Children are creative and curious by nature, and these are just two of the skills required to be

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successful in business. Through JEP, we want to show kids just how much fun creating, working and succeeding in business can be,” said Mr. Kennelly, cofounder of the Junior Entrepreneur Programme. “This is a great opportunity for all school children,” he continued. “There is no cost to the schools, and the benefits are enormous. It has been proven that pupils who participate in entrepreneurship programmes, demonstrate increased initiative and selfconfidence. Fostering a love for business and a culture of entrepreneurship in children will not only provide them with opportunities in the future, but will also support job creation and economic development in Ireland.” Applications for JEP close on Thursday, 18th September. To sign up, schools must complete the JEP School agreement, which can be found on www.juniorentrepreneur.ie.

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Pictured after receiving her Junior Cert results at Loreto School Balbriggan is Renuka Devi Chiat Apalli, who received 11 A's

Louise Lynch from Loreto College, Swords achieved a remarkable 11 As in her Junior Certificate. A delighted Louise is pictured here with school principal, Peter McNamara.

Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at Colaiste Choilm, Swords are David Massey and Andrew Bermingham

Pictured after receiving her Junior Cert results at Malahide Community School is Ciara Rooney, who got 11 A's.

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Pictured after receiving their Junior Certificate results are Portmarnock Community School students Colin McAndrew, Andrew Sundar and Peter Caddle

Pictured is Aoife Walsh from Donabate Community College, who achieved 11 A's in her exam. Aoife is pictured here with her mother

Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at Malahide Community School are Craig Newman and Sam Greenan

Pictured after receiving her Junior Cert results at Loreto School Balbriggan is Dana Abar, with her mum Anita

Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at St Joseph's Secondary School, Rush are Ellie Fagan, Roisin Corr and Rebecca Doran

Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at St Finian's Community College in Swords are Sean McHale, Craig Fox, Sebastian Kompere and Ibrahim Folawiyo

Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at Loreto School Balbriggan are Maja Nowicka and Caoimhinn Ni Dhuinn

Pictured after receiving his Junior Cert results at Balbriggan Community College is Sean Gorry, with his Art teacher Grainne Rossiter

Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at Skerries Community College are Emma Price and Beth Cheevers

Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at Loreto College, Swords are Síne O'Connor, Karen O'Reilly and Ciara O'Neill

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Pictured after receiving their Junior Cert results at Ardgillan Community College, Balbriggan are Daniel Farcas and Aoife Griffin

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SCORES Skerries .........316 .....+9 Malahide .......300.....+7 Lusk...............287.....+3 Swords ..........275 .....+8 Balscadden....270 .....+9 Ballyboughal ..261 .....+5 Balbriggan.......262......+7 Rush ..............253 .....+12 Their tireless work has been more than apparent to the town, as barely a day went by when you didn’t notice the volunteers out and about, keeping their town spic and span. The picturesque town of Malahide has never looked better, and clearly the judges recognised this effort and awarded them fittingly with a gold

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“We’re extremely pleased with the result, which reflects the wonderful work of our volunteers. Since 2005, our score has increased by a cumulative total of 63 points. This year’s figures indicate the largest increase to date. There are a lot of projects in the pipeline and we are in the process of getting local schools involved, and our aim is to get more ethnic groups, particularly African people to come on board. This would give us a great diversity. With all of the plans we have, we hope to go even higher next year.”

"We were absolutely delighted with our result," said Skerries Tidy T o w n s Chairperson, Anne Doyle. "The main thing I want to say is a massive thank you to all our helpers and volunteers, none of this would be possible without them. Our scoring was the result of a great community effort, in which the entire town got involved, and it was everything, down to the smallest things that resulted in it coming together for us. We're going to keep on going and are already looking towards next year, where we would love to win the 'Best Large Town' category. That would be a great stepping stone for us."

JOE TROY Chairperson Balbriggan Tidy Towns "Of course we were delighted to get an increase in points, as every increase big or small, is a positive. Again, I'd like to thank all the members and volunteers for helping out. We are already looking ahead to the next few months and planning to get together to make a detailed plan of where we want to go and particular projects we want to tackle. However, in order to do this, we need a few more members to help out. Please feel free to contact the group if you can get involved in any way possible."

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"It’s a great accolade for Malahide and recognition for all the hard work by volunteers and businesses alike. If it wasn’t for the hard work of residents groups, volunteers, support from the County Council, local business and Fingal partnership, this Gold would not be possible. I would like to say a big thank you to all involved as there are only 36 Gold medals awarded out of 849 entrants, so we can all be very proud of Malahide. It’s a great achievement and we are looking forward to next year’s competition.”

DEIRDRE McMENAMIN Chairperson Rush Tidy Towns "We couldn't believe we were up 12 points on last year, so we are absolutely thrilled with the result. It's all down to our wonderful volunteers, who worked really hard. This result gives us great momentum going into next year. It's the biggest increase we have ever had and our thanks goes to the County Council and staff for their great help to us."

PAT KELLY Chairperson Lusk Tidy Towns "Lusk Tidy Towns committee were very pleased with their adjudicators report for 2014. The format of the competition changed, but regardless of this, Lusk was placed 7th out of 36 regional entries in Dublin, which we were very happy with. The judges provided a very full and comprehensive report, and were very complementary of all the work carried out by our committee and volunteers in the area. They enjoyed their visit to Lusk, admiring many features of interest, both historical and modern." "We would like to thank everyone who helped in any way in the competition this year, and say a big congratulations to all our neighbouring towns as well."

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The adj udi c ator spoke very encouragingly about both Swords and Mal ahi de. I n t he case of Swords, it r ead, “ The bui l t envi r onm ent and st r eetsc ape of Swords is c om pr i sed of a wonderful mix of modern and traditional buildings – the majority of which looked very well on adjudication day. We ar e del i ght ed t o see that the hard work of the committee in recent years on litter control in the town has been ac know l edged by IBAL (Irish business against litter), who concluded that Swords was cleaner than the European norm. This is an excellent result and t estam ent t o the fact that the difficult battle against litter is being won in Swords. On adjudi c ati on day, the st andar d of l i t t er control was generally good, with the vast majority of ar eas i nspec ted appear i ng l i tter f r ee. The per f or mance of the town centre was particul ar l y good and i t appears that incidents of litter are c onf i ned t o m ai n approach roads to the town centre. Malahide was also given a very favourable report. It read, “It is heartening to read that this year has seen new members join your efforts and that your committee represents a broad range of interests in

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enjoyed seeing all of the lovely attractions that Malahide had to offer on a lovely June day. We are delighted to find that the committee is fully aware of all of the attractions of their town and are working hard to further enhance them. Travelling in on the coast road, the wonderful views of the sea and the coastline

were seen while the excellent coastal walk was admired. The town itself looked particularly well (no doubt due in no small part to your agreed colour palette) with the Grand Hotel appearing smartly presented in its prominent position, overlooking the Mall. The grounds of the tennis club were admired with their magnificent

mature trees, landscaping and neatly trimmed grass while the tennis club building also achieved a good standard of presentation.” Next, special praise must go to the towns of Balbriggan and Rush, who have shown great determination over the past number of years. Balbriggan has taken to this competition like a duck to water, and

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as usual have done exceedingly well. They went up by a great seven points, a direct result of all the effort they put in over the past number of months, scoring a creditable 262 points, despite extensive road works in the town during the summer. This is a fantastic leap in the right direction for the hard working and dedicated committee and the selfless volunteers, who deserve the utmost credit for their e n d e a v o u r s throughout the year. They are in the process of getting together their plans for next year already. And who could forget Rush? This quaint town went above and beyond expectations, and the town has truly transformed over the last year. Rush were up a staggering 12 points this year (the highest increase out of all our North County Towns), and this great achievement is the culmination of all the wonderful hard work that the group tirelessly put in over the last number of months, which has seen Rush blossom. From new hanging baskets to their beautiful main street, the people of Rush, as well as the committee clearly take so much pride in their town and clearly, this won the judges over. They have come on leaps and bounds over the

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last two years and are set to only keep improving. Well done to them for their incredible work. The adjudicator’s report for both towns was very complementary. In the case of Balbriggan, the report said: “The main points included the approach roads into Balbriggan, which appeared to be reasonably well presented and the committee is commended on their work installing welcome signage on the key approaches. The welcome sign on the Drogheda road approach looked well during adjudication, but weed was starting to creep into the landscaped bed at its base and the weeds at the edge of the cycle path gave the approach a rather untidy appearance. The standard of presentation of both the Naul Road and the Dublin Road was generally good. Overall, the standard of road surfacing was quite high with the majority of roads in good condition. Well done on your work in cleaning up the Moylaragh estate and the town community award scheme is an excellent initiative, which appears to be having the desired effect. The standard of presentation of the majority of housing areas in Balbriggan is quite good and this no doubt reflects the

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winners in the Dublin Category. They also won a Gold Medal, along with a County Endeavour Award. Amazingly, they were a mere four points behind the overall winners of the Tidy Towns competition, Kilkenny and deserve to be commended for all their hard work. The town achieved an excellent 316 points, up seven on last year’s score. Indeed Skerries was nominated in the final

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All those affected by bereavement are one of 12 community groups to receive be used to promote involvement in welcome to attend. a grant of €25,000 from the Coca Cola community gardening, community walking leadership, and establishing Thank You Fund, an initiative set up by Lusk Bridge Club active walking groups,” Duffy Coca Cola Ireland as a way of providing Bridge club classes for beginners are commencing on continued. “It would also represent a support and funding to not-for-profit Thursday, 18th September at 10.30am also Monday, new beginning to those in the commugroups, aimed at keeping their commu22nd September at 7.45pm in Lusk. If interested, please nity, to get out and take pride in the nities moving. The Swords Tidy Towns contact 087782058. walking routes the funding has Committee put together a special created. Our project is unique, as it project, entitled the ‘Get Swords Parents & Toddlers Group trains and involves local people, which Moving’ project, and submitted it to will lead to a lasting, sustainable Frank McInerney celebrated his 70th birthday with a party at the Grand Hotel in Malahide A Parents and Toddlers Group meets in Lusk Coca Cola in hopes of receiving a network of Swords people walking, on 11th September last. Frank, who lives in USA, was joined in the celebrations by family Tower every Thursday morning from 10.00am To helping hand to get their project off the taking pride in the walkways they members, friends from Ireland, and also several who travelled specially from the USA. ground. Their project is about getting 12.00pm. All parents are welcome to attend for a If was a great night, with great stories told of exploits right back to childhood. Frank helped develop. The impact of the (centre) is pictured with Susan McInerney and his brother, Gerry. the community involved in improving cup of tea and a chat. project will be to walking routes in the town, training create an ongoing local leaders, and developing a separation, added to Aston’s absence from meetfull participation in the EU on the part of for walking culture for walking culture in Swords. The ‘Get ings of the College of Commissioners, left her example, Catalonia, should they succeed in sepaSwords,” he Swords Moving’ main objectives are to department closer to the heads of government and rating from Spain. concluded. The Juncker presented his Commission line up of 19 develop creative and interesting walks it was thought that did not reflect Commission Such fragmentation of member states may just group will be making men and 9 women. His approach to portfolios and around Swords to encourage a walking positions strongly enough. Mogherini and her become small issues should the difficulties within a presentation on management has the appearance of freshness. He culture, to provide an opportunity for colleagues will draw together the interests immediEastern Europe, the Middle East and particularly September 30th, and appointed six Vice Presidents along with Mogherini the community to get active by ately affected by external relations. Syria and Iraq, not be brought quickly into check. are in need of the Foreign Policy chief, who is an automatic VP planting shrubs and trees in walking This new style department may have serious The American proposal of air strikes on IS someone who can areas, and to train local key people work to do should Scotland opt out of the within Syria would appear to be an act of By Cathal Boland lend a hand making through walking leader training, which UK. Juncker has said he is against aggression against Syria, unless the this presentation, if since her appointment by the heads of state. These is provided by The Irish Heart expansion of the union during his five Syrian Government invites the interyou can help, please seven will now, in effect be an oversight committee Foundation’s ‘Slí na Slainte’ scheme. year term. vention or the UN provide legitimacy contact the group. “Swords needs this project, as it has supervising and directing on occasion the work of No issue arose when Germany was by way of resolution. their fellow commissioners. These VPs will be the reunited as the community was not It appears unlikely that Russia will coNew Chess Season In Skerries inner cabinet. A new departure and should provide increased in number. 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September Events At Donabate Library Now that the children are back in school, the staff at Donabate Library would like to take the time to remind you that computer use is free in the library and they also have study and homework space. They would like to take this opportunity to wish all students a great 2014 school year and look forward to

assisting them in the library. Here are some of the events they have planned for the remainder of September: The crafting circle is a meeting for adults to work on their knitting, sewing, crafting etc. and to discuss what you are working on in an informal friendly atmosphere. They

meet every Thursday at 11.30am. It’s a fun and relaxed way to meet up with new friends for a chat. Also in the library, there is an English Conversation Group every Monday evening at 6.30pm. This meet up group may give you an opportunity to meet with new people or to practice your English. Then, on Wednesday, 17th September, there will be a computer tutorial with Brian which is brief introduction to eBooks and other digital services that are available free to all borrowers.

The library’s Baby Book Club will meet on Tuesday, 30th September at 11.30am, and on the last Tuesday of every month. Stories, songs and socialisation for children of preschool age. Booking required, so please email the staff to book your place. Finally, the Children’s Summer Reading Challenge 2014 prize giving event will be held on Wednesday, 24th of September at 6.30pm in Donabate Library. Children who have won a prize will be contacted and invited to attend above event.

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The Annual Malahide Parish Pilgrimage to Lourdes took place recently. Pictured outside the Grotto are: Back row: Fr Michel Simotemgo, Sharon McLafferty, Patricia McDonagh, Nicky Leonard, Rita Slevin, Sharon Whelan, Jacinta Leonard, Fr Anselm, Stephen McDonagh. Centre row: Michael Ryan, Bernadette Dunne, Maud Gallagher, Ann O'Sullivan, Sandra McQuillan, Brendan McGrath, Mary Malin, Susan Kellett, Jo Morris, Helen Jennings, Carol Wright, Louise Young, Kevin Daly. Front row: Rita Stevenson and Mary Staunton-Smith

The Irish Cancer Society Challenges Local TDs The Irish Cancer Society is calling on women in the North County and the TDs and Senators who represent them, to join them at Leinster House on 30th September. The purpose of the event is to demand the Government keep its promise to extend BreastCheck to women aged 65-69. The Irish Cancer Society will hand in a petition of signatures to the Government, which calls on the Minister for Health to include the screening extension in the HSE’s National Services Plan for 2015. Irish people have been waiting for this lifesaving breast screening extension since it was first promised in the Programme for Government in 2011. Kathleen O’Meara, Head of Advocacy and Communications at the Irish Cancer Society said, “When BreastCheck is extended to women in this age group, every year 87 lives will be saved across the country. In the North County, four women will be saved every year. We are asking anyone who is aged between 65 and 69, or who has a mother, grandmother,

sister or friend in this age group to wear pink and join us at Leinster House on the 30th September at 12 pm and demand the Government doesn’t forget about these women.” Women aged 60 to 69 have the second highest incidence of breast cancer and the second highest chance of dying from it. Yet only half of this age group is currently being screened under the free national screening service. BreastCheck invites women aged 50 to 64 to be screened every two years. Women who are 65 to 69 are not being screened at all. The Irish Cancer Society is also inviting local TDs to join them at Leinster House to show their support for the campaign. They include, Clare Daly (Ind), Alan Farrell (FG) Dr James Reilly (FG) and Brendan Ryan (Lab) The Irish Cancer Society is asking women to wear pink and meet at 12 pm on 30th September in the square beside Agriculture House on Kildare Street, Dublin 2 (opposite the Department of Jobs, Enterprise and Employment).

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Local Enterprise Office Launches New Loan Partnership There was more good news for the North County’s small business community, as the Swords based, Fingal Local Enterprise Office (LEO), has announced that it is teaming up with Microfinance Ireland, to launch a new type of loan support aimed at the small business community in the county. The ‘LEO Microfinance’ loan is being officially launched this month with small business loans on offer, of between €2,000 and €25,000, at a reduced rate of interest. Benefiting from advice and support during the application stage, startups and small businesses can now apply directly to the Fingal Local Enterprise Office for the new ‘LEO Microfinance’ loan package. Start-ups and small businesses across all industries and sectors, all around the North County

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Newly Appointed Commissioner For Agriculture To Benefit Local Farmers Local TD James Reilly, Minister for Children and Youth Affairs, has said the appointment of Phil Hogan as the EU Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development will be welcomed by farmers and farmers’ groups throughout the North County. “The appointment of Phil

Hogan as the EU Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development is great news for the farming community in the North County,” he said. “He has represented a rural community in national politics for the last 27 years and fundamentally understands the Irish farming landscape and the

rural economy.” “I hope that members of the opposition will prioritise what’s in both local and national interest over their own party political interests, and welcome the nomination of Phil Hogan as the EU Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development. Those who oppose Ireland being designated this highly important portfolio are clearly out of touch with the farming community and the wider public,” Reilly concluded.

Pictured here are some of the proud winners of The Eamon Hayden Perpetual plaque 2014: from Left: Mary McKeallon, Fiona Fallon, Finn Fallon, Niamh Fallon, John Fallon, Martina Ruane, Betty Maher, and Philip Lynch( chairperson of Tidy District in Malahide)

Evangelisation Talk Passing on the Faith, a course designed and run by Fr.Pat Colins S.M, is still being held in St. Ann’s Parish Centre in Portmarnock. The next class will be commencing at 8pm on Wednesday, 16th September and continuing each Wednesday for the

next two weeks. The purpose of the course is to help local parishioners understand the nature of evangelisation, and to offer some practical ways in which evangelisation can be carried out. If you wish to know more about passing on the faith, a warm welcome awaits you. Should you wish to know more, please contact: Theresa on 0872069249.

Blitz-ful Event For Donabate Club The players in St Pat’s GAA Club in Donabate are recovering from their recent biggest Mini All Ireland Blitz ever. The Club had over 300 players play 136 games over six days. This year, the Players of the Tournament Awards went to: Grace Hensey and Kyle O’Reilly (Academy Section 2007/08), Aoife Gleeson and Adam Conroy (Junior Section 2005/06),Roisin Wearen and Adam Rafferty (Inter Section 2003/04) and finally, Aoife O’Connor (Senior Section 2000/01/02). John Collins, the Club Chairman, who spoke at the Prize Ceremony congratulated these seven players on their success and commended all who took part. “The standard this year was particularly high, with some fine displays of individual and team play,” he said. Leslie Brooks, the Club’s Juvenile Secretary was also delighted with the event, and told the County Leader: “With the interest in GAA thriving in our parish, uptake in our Easter Camp, Cúl Camps and Mini All Ireland are up year on year.” Fergal Power, the Club’s Director of Coaching, said it was a very successful week for the club. “There was a huge participation with over 300 players aged 6-14; we had a fantastic set of volunteers organising, scheduling, coaching, ref-ing and even baking! There was a fantastic community spirit in Ballymastone on Finals Day. All in all, this event showcased everything that is good in our Donabate club.”

Pictured here is Liam O'Leary participating in the recent Mini All Ireland Blitz in St Pat's GAA Club in Donabate.

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Pictured enjoyong the recent great weather in Swords Park, are Lola May Fagan, Kimberley Fagan and Javier Burnett

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Metro North Still “Top Priority” For Farrell Local TD , Alan Farrell (FG), recently met with the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, Paschal Donohue, to discuss the requirement for major investment in transport infrastructure to cater for the enormous demands of Swords, the Airport and surrounding towns, and has said that the successful development of Metro North remains a “top priority” for him. “I met with Minister Donohue to discuss the future development of transport infrastructure for the North County,” Farrell told the County Leader. “The Minister assured me that various possibilities for a mass transport system throughout the locality, including Metro North, are under review. I also pressed the Minister on the importance of providing strong transport links between Swords, Dublin Airport and the city centre,” he explained. “The National Transport Authority stated in their implementation plan that it is accepted that the recently proposed BRT will not on its own replace rail-based solutions where a higher capacity solution is required in the long-term, such as on

the Swords / Airport corridor,” he explained. “Metro North is a top priority for me, as a

local public representative for Swords,” Farrell continued. “I felt that it could not proceed until our public finances improved substantially, but as we are now making terrific

progress on growing our economy and stabilising our public finances, I believe 2015 is a good time to review this major capital infrastructural proposal,” he concluded.

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Recent published deaths from the North County BOLTON Matthew (Matt), (Skerries, Co. Dublin and late of Dublin Docklands Authority and Fás) 9th September 2014, (peacefully) at Beaumont Hospital after a short illness Matthew (Matt) loving dad of the late Anthony; he will be sadly missed by his loving wife Margaret, daughters Claire and Jenny, son in law John, grandchildren Aoife, Cillian, Rían, Ella and Adam, sister Catherine, brother Leo, brothers in law, sisters in law, nephews, nieces, extended family and a large circle of friends. May he rest in peace. GREALLY Sylvester (Hampton Cove, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin) deeply regretted by his loving wife Mary, children Michelle, Yvonne, Mark and Andrew, brother Cyril, sonsin-law Paul and John, grandchildren Matthew, Rory, Aoife, Aisling and Cillian and his many relatives and friends. Forever in our Hearts. O’ROURKE (Swords & Geraldton, Australia) September 9th, 2014 (peacefully) at his sister’s residence, Patrick (Paddy); deeply regretted by his loving daughter Angel, his close friend Gloria, grandchildren, brothers, sisters, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Rest in peace. MONKS, Billy - September 9th, 2014, (Killeek, St. Margaret’s Co. Dublin) (peacefully) at home surrounded by his loving family, dearly beloved husband and best friend Betty and darling dad of Fran, Veron, Mike, Maurice and Will; fondly remembered by his sons-in-law, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, great-granddaughter, sister Teresa, brother Gerard, sisters-in-law, brother-in-law, nieces, nephews, neighbours and a wide circle of friends. May he rest in peace. SHIELS (nee Mansfield) Angela, Skerries September 7th, 2014 (peacefully) at Beaumont Hospital. Daughter of the late Peg and Jim Mansfield of Skerries. Beloved mother to Philip and Simon. Deeply regretted also by her sisters Sheila, Marie and Colette, brothers-inlaw, daughters-in-law, nieces, nephews and granddaughter. May she rest in peace.

Fingal County Council We Philip Carolan and Patricia Carolan intend to apply for Permission for development at Cedar Lodge, Millview Road, Malahide, County Dublin. The development will consist of a change of use from existing pedestrian entrance ( Planning Permission Reg Ref F08A/0945) to a new vehicular and pedestrian entrance from Millview Road, Malahide, County Dublin to include dishing the kerb, the construction of a new boundary wall along the eastern boundary, the closing up of the existing entrance, and all associated and ancillary works. The Planning Application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the Offices of The Planning Authority during the public opening hours of 9.30-16.30 Monday- Friday at Fingal County Council, Fingal County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Fingal, Co. Dublin . A submission or observation in relation to the Application may be made in writing to The Planning Authority on payment of a fee of €20, within the period of five weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the Application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by The Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning authority make grant permission subject or without conditions or may refuse to grant permission Fingal County Council Planning Permission sought to construct a single/two storey extension to the side and back of

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Fingal County Council Application for full Planning Permission for alterations to previously approved F12A/0118, with a Closing date for applications new house design comprising of a 4 bedroom detached dormer bungalow, with a new double Friday 26th September garage (floor area 102 sq.m.), a new covered balcony to rear, and a net increase in floor area of the new house floor plan of 116 sq.m. over the existing previously granted. The revised house design will match the existing façade detailing, form and finish materials as per the previously granted house, all at Site B, Newbridge Avenue, Donabate, Co. Dublin. Signed Martin & North County Leader, Your No.1 Local Newspaper Kathleen Keogh are happy to announce that we are now accepting This application may be Planning Application Adverts for the following areas: inspected/purchased at a fee not exceeding the Balbriggan, Balrothery, Skerries, Lusk, Rush, Loughshinny, reasonable cost of Ballyboughal, Naul, Portrane, Donabate, Swords, Kinsealy, making a copy between Malahide and Portmarnock 9.30am-3.30pm, Adverts must be supplied by email to monday-friday, at the planning@northcountyleader.ie offices of Fingal Co. Co., or by visiting: County Hall, Main St., www.northcountyleader.ie/planning Swords, Co. Dublin. A submission or observayou can also post your advert on a disk to tion in relation to the North County Leader, application may be Leader House, North Street, Swords, Co. Dublin made in writing on payment of the prescribed fee within Architects based outside our distribution area can pick up the paper the period of 5 weeks from our offices or at pick-up points listed on page 2. beginning on the date of

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Fingal County Council I, Lynda Dwyer, intend to apply for permission for development which consists of the construction of a part dormer & part 1 1/2 storey dwelling with new site entrance, proprietary waste water treatment system and associated site works at Deanestown, Swords, Co. Dublin. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours, and a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20 Euros) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is being sought for construction of 2 storey, 3 bed semi-detached dwelling(124 sq.M)to side of existing house with 1 No: enlarged shared vehicular entrance and all associated site and development works to side of 17 Park View, Malahide, Co. Dublin, for Richie & Jackie Oonan The Planning Application may be inspected or purchased between the hours of 9.30â•„16.30 Monday â•„ Friday at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of Fingal County Council, Fingal County Hall, Main Street, Swords,Co. Dublin. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of a fee of €20, within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the Application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by Nicola Butterly at Balcunnin, Skerries, Co. Dublin for development on foot of approved development Reg. Ref. F13A/0386. The development consists of a revised design proposal to provide for a single storey, detached dwelling of 271 sq.m, including a revised location for vehicular access. The development includes all ancillary and associated site works including a waste water treatment system. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by Mr. Shane Riordan at Ballymadrough, Donabate, Co. Dublin for a single storey detached dwelling, a new vehicular entrance, wastewater treatment system, landscaping and all ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Permission for alterations (including demolition of (a) existing detached former veterinary practice building at rear and (b) side extension to existing 2storey dwelling) and construction of a new part single-storey part 2-storey extension to the rear and all associated siteworks at No.2 Rush Road, Skerries, Co. Dublin. Signed M. & B. Ryan. This application can be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy during the public opening hours of 09.30 -16.30 Mon.-Fri. at the offices of Fingal County Council, County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Co. Dublin . A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council We, David Mongey, Gabrielle Prendeville & Orlaith Prendeville intend to apply for Planning Permission for development at O’Briens Lane, Oldtown, Co. Dublin.

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16.09.2014 The development will consist of three no. storey & a half dwellings, with two domestic garages, existing field gate adapted to residential vehicular entrance and all associated site works. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the planning authority during the public opening hours of 9:30 – 16:30 Monday – Friday at: Fingal County Council, Fingal County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Fingal, Co. Dublin. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of a fee €20.00, within the period of 5 weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought by Vimovo Streamstown Ltd. on lands at Park Avenue, Off Streamstown Lane, Streamstown, Malahide, Co. Dublin for alterations to house types B2, C and E on Plot Nos. 13,14,15,16 and 17 as part of previously approved parent permission Reg. Ref. F06A/1576 and subsequent permission F08A/0313, to now provide for house types B & C which predominantly provides for the omission of the basement level. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council Planning permission is sought for: Renovation and extension of existing dwelling to include accommodation of new granny flat. The proposed works are to include: 1/ Construction of new dormer extension to rear of existing dwelling to include raising of ridge line to accommodate same. 2/ Construction of single storey extension to rear 3/ Construction of single storey extension to side to form part of proposed granny flat 4/ Construction of new porch to front and associated site works all to existing dwelling at 11 Hayestown, Rush, Co. Dublin. signed Niall & Fiona Leahy The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (20Euros) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application. Fingal County Council We Philip Carolan and Patricia Carolan intend to apply for Permission for development at Cedar Lodge, Millview Road, Malahide, County Dublin. The development will consist of alterations to existing Planning Permission ( Reg.Ref. No. 08A-0945/PL06F.232007 extended to 7th May 2016 ) to create a new vehicular entrance from Millview Road to include dishing the footpath/kerb, the construction of a new boundary fence along the Eastern boundary and all associated and ancillary works. The Planning Application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the

reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of The Planning Authority during the public opening hours of 9.30-16.30 Monday- Friday at Fingal County Council, Fingal County Hall, Main Street, Swords, Fingal, Co. Dublin . A submission or observation in relation to the Application may be made in writing to The Planning Authority on payment of a fee of €20, within the period of five weeks, beginning on the date of receipt by Fingal County Council of the Application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by The Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning authority may grant permission subject or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission`. Fingal County Council I, Brendan McDonnald and Pamela Bollard, Intend to apply for Planning Permission for, A. single storey extension to rear, B. single storey extension to side, C. attic conversion incorporating dormer extension to rear, D. all associated site works at Maple Cottage,Baskin Lane, Cloghran,Co Dublin. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority, during public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of a prescribed fee (20 euro) within a period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such ubmissions or observations will be considered by the planning authority in making a decision on the application. The planning authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. Fingal County Council The Board of Management of Pope John Paul II National School wish to apply for planning permission to construct a single storey extension to the south east of the existing school to accommodate 4no. classrooms with en-suite toilets, and circulation corridors, alterations to existing car park, the removal of the existing prefabricated classroom building and associated site works at Pope John Paul II National School, Sea Road, Malahide Co. Dublin. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the planning authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of this application.

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